Barnstead/Thermolyne FD1540M Laboratory Furnace from Germany
Compact front-loading laboratory furnace for general heat processing up to 1200°C, ideal for universities and R&D. Falls under HTS 8514.39.9000 as other electric laboratory ovens. It offers multi-programmable operation and safety interlocks.
Duty Rate — Germany → United States
10%
Rate breakdown
9903.05.3910%Section 301 (forced labor) — European Union member state (col1 rate < 10 percent): MFN < 10% → total duty capped at 10%
Import Tips
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